What a great Thursday! lol- Happy Thanksgiving! I finished Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Decent. I am impressed by TJR’s ability to write compellingly readable books, even if I don’t love them. Joan was a little too pure, her sister way too narcissistic witch-with-a-b, but other side characters such as Vanessa and Griff were pretty awesome. I recommend the book, but not strongly.
After I finished, SMS and I walked the Stanford Dish. Then we headed home to cook for Thanksgiving.
While I was cooking, I talked to my parents ❤️❤️. I also spoke with a former research collaborator whom I speak with each Thanksgiving.
SMS made delicious cast iron cornbread. Yum! He also made popcorn that was good but over-buttered. It was still delicious, but he plans to use less in the future.
I made the NYT potato and leek gratin by Melissa Clark. 5 well-deserved stars. Very popular at dinner. We also brought an apple pie (smitten kitchen recipe) that was quite excellent. I forgot the tapioca flour, but it seemed to be ok. I also used the SK buttery pie crust recipe, which was exquisite.
We also brought Hall wines: a Bergfeld cab and two bottles of their new champagne which were excellent. Super delicious. I might even order more if the Black Friday sale is still good. I’m on a huge champagne kick lately and loving it!
Oooh I love a good cabernet. Also love champagne! I’m easy to please. It sounds like you had a nice holiday.
I will always take both! Yes, it was a great Thanksgiving:)
Potato and leek gratin? Wow! Must try! I think leek is so underrated and underused in this country!